How to Pronounce "scared stiff"
expression
ˈskɛɹd/ /ˈstɪf
SKAIRD STIF
skˈeəd/ /stˈɪf
SKAIRD STIF
Definition
Extremely afraid, to the point that you cannot move or react because of fear.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈskɛɹd/ /ˈstɪf
British English
skˈeəd/ /stˈɪf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SKAIRD STIF
UK
SKAIRD STIF
Listen in Context
I was scared stiff during the thunderstorm.
She is scared stiff of heights.
The child was scared stiff by the loud noise.
I was scared stiff when I heard someone knocking late at night.